Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Moore Teachers Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Moore Teachers Ltd is recruiting a Year 1 Teaching Assistant to support learning in a dynamic primary classroom. The role involves assisting with lessons, supporting individuals and small groups, and helping to create an inclusive, nurturing environment that enables Year 1 pupils to flourish.

The ideal candidate will have experience with primary-aged children, strong communication skills, and a patient, proactive approach within a collaborative school team.

Qualifications

• Have experience working with primary-aged children.
• Be confident supporting learning within Key Stage 1.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be patient, nurturing, and proactive.
• Work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Be committed to helping every child achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within a Year 1 classroom.
• Working with individual pupils, small groups, and occasionally the whole class.
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Encouraging pupil confidence, independence, and progress.

Job description

Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Moore Teachers is working with an Outstanding-rated primary school that provides an exceptional learning environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve highly and develop confidence, resilience, and a love of learning. The school is recognised for its outstanding quality of education, behaviour, personal development, leadership, and Early Years provision.

The role:

• Supporting teaching and learning within a Year 1 classroom
• Working with individual pupils, small groups, and occasionally the whole class
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Encouraging pupil confidence, independence, and progress

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with primary-aged children
• Be confident supporting learning within Key Stage 1
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be patient, nurturing, and proactive
• Work effectively as part of a wider school team
• Be committed to helping every child achieve their full potential

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and highly successful school community and make a positive impact on the learning and development of Year 1 pupils.